Juneau is many things: a mountain town, a coastal community and the most scenic capital city in the U.S. A natural wonder, wildlife hotspot and cultural jewel, Juneau is rich in history, art, music and Native heritage.
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No other capital city lacks a highway connection to the outside world. Juneau can only be reached by air or sea. It is also the only capital city in the nation that borders another country, as the city and borough limits reach to the crest of the mountains to the east that constitute the international boundary.
Juneau, Alaska's cost of living is 28% higher than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area.
The best time to visit is during the summer months. The summer months in Juneau are from May to September, and the temperatures range from highs of 60 degrees Fahrenheit to lows of 40 degrees Fahrenheit. This is peak tourist season and the most popular time to visit the city.
Walking on a glacier in Alaska is an activity that every adventurous traveler should experience firsthand. Juneau is one of the best places for this with many glaciers and different types of excursion options.
While many people go to Mendenhall Glacier with a tour group or on a shore excursion, you can also get to the glacier on your own. You can take a taxi from Juneau, drive to the glacier with a rental car, or take the city bus to Glacier Spur Road and walk the rest of the way (1.5 miles).
Fairbanks does offer statistically better weather for aurora viewing: It has clear skies more often than Reykjavik, particularly in March when the Alaskan city experiences them around 45 percent of the time (compared to about 25 percent for Reykjavik). But you'll have to be able to tolerate the cold.